Rufus 4.6
Technical details
| Latest version | 4.6 |
| Developer | Pete Batard |
| Operating system | Windows 7/8/10/11 |
| License | Open Source (GPL) |
| File size | 2.1 MB |
| Interface language | English |
| SHA-256 | 53af9fc3080d49550bb62719cc6c68be… |
Description & Features
Rufus is a free utility that creates bootable USB flash drives from ISO images, primarily for installing Windows or Linux. It is the fastest and most reliable tool for this job.
It is a portable app — no installation required — and works with both BIOS and UEFI systems.
- Create bootable USB drives in minutes
- Works for Windows, Linux, BIOS and UEFI
- Portable — no installation required
- Fastest known USB writing
- Checks for bad blocks
- Free and open-source
What's new in version 4.6
- Improved Windows 11 ISO support
- Faster USB writing
- Better UEFI:NTFS support
- Updated GRUB and Syslinux
How to install
- Download Rufus (portable) and run the .exe
- Select your USB drive
- Select the ISO image
- Choose GPT for UEFI and click Start
FAQ
Is Rufus free?
Yes, open-source under GPLv3.
Does Rufus need installing?
No, it's a portable app.
Can Rufus create a Windows 11 USB?
Yes.
Is Rufus safe?
Yes, from rufus.ie only.
Does it run on Windows 11?
Yes.
Pros and cons
Pros: Free and portable; Very fast; Reliable; BIOS and UEFI support.
Cons: Windows only; Technical for novices.
Reviews
"Works exactly as described, installed without any issues."
"Been using this for months — stable and reliable."
"Clean install, no bundled junk. Recommended."
"Does what it says. Fast download and easy setup."